A wonderfully decorative Egyptian Fayoum ceramic bowl, individually handmade and hand-painted by artisan potter Tounis in the village of Tunis. Featuring a striking design of sweeping cobalt blue palm fronds with delicate turquoise-green foliage, this distinctive piece celebrates the natural beauty and traditional folk art of Egypt's Fayoum Oasis.
The bold botanical decoration flows beautifully across both the interior and exterior of the bowl, creating a wonderfully sculptural effect. The deep cobalt blue contrasts with the softer turquoise-green brushwork and warm ivory glaze, while the natural terracotta-coloured foot and rim add a lovely rustic character.
Standing 15 cm tall with a diameter of 15 cm, this beautifully proportioned bowl has an elegant, gently flared shape. Its expressive hand-painted decoration and individual character make it a particularly appealing example of traditional Egyptian artisan pottery.
Dimensions: 15 cm Diameter x 15 cm Height
Hand washing recommended
Avoid sudden changes in temperature
Handmade and hand-painted earthenware
Design: Stylised Palm Fronds and Foliage
Colours: Cobalt Blue, Turquoise Green and Ivory
Handmade by artisan potter Tounis
Origin: Tunis Village, Fayoum, Egypt
Model Number: TN002
Each piece is individually handmade, with natural variations in shape, colour, glaze and decoration.
Traditional Egyptian Fayoum Pottery
This beautiful Egyptian pottery is handmade in the small oasis village of Tunis in Fayoum, using traditional techniques and local materials, including clay sourced from Aswan in the Nile Valley.
The revival of pottery in Tunis is closely associated with Swiss-born ceramic artist Evelyne Porret, who established the Fayoum Pottery School in the 1980s. Her work helped introduce new generations of local artisans to traditional pottery techniques and distinctive decorative styles.
Today, Tunis is renowned for its community of independent pottery workshops, where skilled artisans create wonderfully individual ceramics inspired by the surrounding oasis landscape.
Birds, flowers, palm trees and other elements of the natural world feature prominently in the designs, often interpreted in a charmingly free and naïve style. Each piece celebrates the creativity of its maker, with subtle variations in form, pattern and colour making every item unique.
Why We Love It
We love the wonderfully bold and flowing botanical decoration of this beautiful bowl. The sweeping cobalt blue fronds and finely painted turquoise-green foliage create a striking sense of movement, while the decoration continuing across both the interior and exterior makes it particularly special.
The combination of traditional craftsmanship, expressive hand-painted design and beautifully balanced proportions gives this piece a timeless decorative appeal.
Styling Tip
Display this striking bowl on a console, sideboard or open shelf, where both its elegant shape and hand-painted decoration can be appreciated. It also looks particularly beautiful alongside other Egyptian Fayoum ceramics, especially pieces featuring cobalt blue and turquoise-green designs, creating a harmonious collection of traditional handmade pottery.
SKU: 2494